Mr. James Bower Walters age 86 of West Jefferson died Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Walters was born in Ashe County on May 22, 1921 to the late Wade Hampton and Ellen Miller Walters. Including his parents he was preceded in death by all his brothers, sisters and one son Jim Walters. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 2:00pm at Badger Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Harvey Bauman officiating. Burial will follow in the Big Ridge Cemetery with military rites. The family will receive friends from 6-8pm Monday, February 4, 2008 at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Walters is survived by: His wife: Nellie "Nell" Crepps Walters, four Sons, Don Walters and Chris Walters both of West Jefferson, Ray Walters of Mountain City, Keith Walters of Laurel Springs, one daughter, Sandra Turner of Yadkinville, 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers will be accepted. You may send your condolences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Walters' arrangements.